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Modern Healthcare’s Healthcare Insider PodcastCracking the Code of TEAM with Data AnalyticsAs hospitals prepare for CMS’s upcoming Transforming Episode Accountability Model (TEAM), embracing data and analytics will be crucial for success under the mandatory bundled payment program. In this episode of Healthcare Insider, we sat down with Scott Driskell, Clinical Director of Medical Device Management, and Kim Wright, Assistant Vice President of Clinical Services—both of HealthTrust Performance Group—to explore how health systems are using data analytics to: Prepare for TEAM and future value-based care models Drive physician engagement through transparency Reduce variation and cost in surgical procedures Identify and implement strategies that boost care value...2025-04-1712 min
Hire CallingWhat’s Evergreen in Recruiting—And What’s Coming Next With John RuffiniOur host, Pete Newsome, sits down with John Ruffini—VP of Professional Development at HealthTrust Workforce Solutions and author of Money Makers—to explore how recruiting is evolving and which fundamentals still hold strong.While technology and AI have transformed the way recruiters operate, Ruffini reminds us that relationships remain at the heart of great recruiting. He states, “Our business is still about relationships, and people want to interact with other people. It’s just human nature.”He shares his “million-dollar questions”—thoughtful, disarming prompts that turn reluctant candidates into open conversations—and contrasts this relationship-first...2025-03-2136 min
Modern Healthcare’s Healthcare Insider PodcastSurgical robotics 101: What providers need to knowRobotics and navigation systems have the potential to drastically change how surgical procedures are conducted across the country, offering greater precision, faster recovery times and new possibilities for complex procedures. As this technology evolves, providers face critical decisions such as how to invest wisely, train staff and integrate robotics into existing surgical workflows. In this episode, Brent Ford, senior clinical director of medical device management at HealthTrust Performance Group, and Dr. Michael Gallizzi, a leading spine surgeon at the Steadman Clinic, discuss the impact of robotics and navigation systems on healthcare organizations and patient care.2025-02-1923 min
Understanding the UnhousedRobin (San Jose, CA)Here comes my in-person chat with Robin, a formerly homeless woman who is using her lived experience and skills in moderation to keep an eye on the r/Homeless subreddit! She sat down with me in her hometown of San Jose to discuss the years she was unhoused, how she managed to make it through that with her sanity intact, and how she ultimately got out. Thank you for the time you will give to listen to her story!
Links mentioned in this episode:
http://www.abode.org
http://www.healthtrust.org
This podcast is...2025-01-2234 min
Hospitals In FocusMission Critical: Strengthening Health Care’s Supply ChainIn this episode of Hospitals in Focus, we’re pulling back the curtain on an often-overlooked yet truly “critical” aspect of our health care system—the supply chain. It’s the backbone of our hospitals, ensuring that essential medical supplies reach patients in need. But what happens when that chain breaks? Host Chip Kahn is joined by Ed Jones, President and CEO of HealthTrust Performance Group, to discuss recent events that exposed vulnerabilities in this intricate network. Following Hurricane Helene’s catastrophic impact on a major manufacturing facility for IV solutions, hospitals nationwide faced a sudden, alarming shortage...2024-11-0527 min
Power SupplyValue Analysis: It’s All About RelationshipsSeason 12 of Power Supply will launch on 10/28/24. In the meantime, we will be highlighting some of our favorite episodes from Season 7! Episodes NOW CEC APPROVED for AHRMM members! // Join us on the Power Supply podcast as we delve into the intricacies of Value Analysis with Rick Phillips, VP Advisory Services at HealthTrust. With a rich clinical background and current role in the space, Rick provides insights on how decision-making dynamics have transformed over the years, particularly with physician and end-user engagement. As we navigate from past practices to future trends, we'll discuss the impact of a more e...2024-09-2338 min
Secrets of Staffing Success[Stage] John Ruffini - Has Technology Made Recruiters Lazy?On Take the Stage, presented by Haley Marketing, we bring you the BEST speakers, coaches, trainers, and strategic partners from across the staffing and recruiting industry every other week. More than your standard interview, each conversation is built off of a specific session or topic these industry thought leaders bring to conferences and audiences around the country.
KEY MOMENTS
Technology has made recruiters lazy and caused them to rely too heavily on job boards and technology for candidate sourcing.
Recruiters need to balance using technology as a tool and maintaining the human element of recruiting.
The...2024-09-2333 minHospitals In FocusThe Future of Medicine: AI’s Role in Health CareArtificial intelligence (AI) is dominating headlines and conversations, from how it will change our day-to-day routines to the debate on how far regulation of the ever-changing technology should go. AI's impact on health care is profound, promising advancements in diagnostics, treatment plans, and patient care, but also raising questions about privacy, bias, and the role of human oversight.Our guest, Dr. Michael Schlosser, MD, MBA, Senior Vice President, Care Transformation and Innovation at HCA Healthcare, is a leading expert in AI applications within the health sector. In this episode, he and Chip delve into the multifaceted world...2024-06-2724 min
Power SupplyLean Linen? Folding Cost Savings & Efficiency into Your Hospital’s Laundry ProgramAre rising laundry and linen expenses straining your healthcare facility’s finances? On this week’s Power Supply GPO Spotlight™, we're joined by Trevor Rotondo, Director of Purchased Services Strategic Sourcing at HealthTrust Performance Group, to discuss a cost-effective approach to meeting your facility’s growing linen needs while staying within your budget. Learn how Trevor and the HealthTrust team can help take the guesswork out of managing your facility’s Laundry & Linen expenses while providing inventory management support, streamlining best practices, and negotiating strong contracts to protect your department’s bottom line. Discover how HealthTrust’s comprehensive solutions can transform the qua...2024-05-3147 min
The Quarterback DadCastNavigating Adoption: A Father's Tale of Resilience and Love - John RuffiniSend us a textToday's episode happens thanks to the power of curiosity, networking, and LinkedIn. We welcome the talented John Ruffini to the show to tell his amazing story of adopting his three children from Chile. Not only is John a very talented author, but he is also a co-host of a podcast and the Vice President of Professional Development at HealthTrust Workforce Solutions. We even talked about some high school basketball as I learned that John used to be a referee while still finding time to cheer on his Maryland Terrapins!Embarking on an...2024-05-0159 min